Pre-Conference Workshop Day
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
9:00 am Check-In, Coffee & Light Breakfast
Analytical Development Track
10:00am Workshop A
Leveraging AI for Enhanced Potency Assay Development in Cell Therapies
Synopsis
- Identifying AI-driven solutions to address bottlenecks in current assay development workflows that hinder effective potency measurement
- Exploring AI methodologies to optimize assay design and execution for improved consistency and reliability
- Engaging audience participation through interactive discussions and hands-on activities to apply AI concepts in real-world assay development scenarios
Quality Control Track
10:00am Workshop B
Assessing Cell Line Selection Criteria to Ensure Robustness & Relevance in Potency Assays
Synopsis
- Identifying critical factors in choosing a target cell line for potency assays
- Evaluating how companies balance biological relevance with assay practicality
- Reviewing methods to mitigate risks associated with inappropriate cell line selection
12:30 pm Lunch Break
1:30pm Workshop C
Vector Potency Assay Development & Implementation to Enhance Autologous Cell Therapy Manufacturing Success
Synopsis
- Highlighting the increased regulatory expectation and the importance of robust viral vector quality control strategy to enhance cell therapy manufacturing success
- Potency assay for viral vector vs autologous cell therapy final product
- Discuss common challenges and present case studies on the development of fit-for purpose vector potency assays
1:30pm Workshop D
Developing Quality Control-Friendly Potency Assays to Streamline Testing Processes
Synopsis
- Exploring best practices for simplifying potency assays to fit quality control requirements
- Identifying ways to reduce reliance on complex tests like flow cytometry
- Reviewing quality control-friendly technologies to streamline potency testing workflows